A pair of dogs died in a fire at a home in Franklin Township yesterday morning. The first call came into the Butler County 911 Center just after 9 a.m. for smoke coming out of a house on Gri... Read more
It’s been a snowy and slushy winter so far, and there’s more wintry weather on the way this week. One municipality is detailing just how much materials they’ve used to keep the roads dry so... Read more
Today marks 37 years since the disappearance of a local child in a case that remains unsolved. On Feb. 22 1985, eight-year-old Cherrie Mahan was dropped off at her bus stop after going to sc... Read more
The American Red Cross continues to experience a critical blood shortage and eligible donors are encouraged to help during a local blood drive today. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in the 200 bl... Read more
Those interested in learning more about native trees are invited to Moraine State Park later this week for an outdoor hike. On Wednesday, participants will meet at 1 p.m. with park staff for... Read more
A local school organization is using today’s focus on the number two to make sure those less fortunate have enough food too. The Mars Area Elementary PTO is sponsoring a “Twos Day” Food Driv... Read more
Anyone interested in Butler County community health and wellness is invited to attend a free virtual conference event later this week. The presentation titled “Enhancing Community Health” is... Read more
Casino numbers are down slightly in the state compared to this past fall. The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board released numbers for January and it showed just over $393 million in revenue—t... Read more
An annual Chamber of Commerce event returns next week to discuss the latest events in Butler County. The State of the County meeting will be held at the Slippery Rock Golf Club and Event Cen... Read more
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the area. It goes into effect at 7 a.m. today and runs through Wednesday morning. The forecast calls for an immense amount of rain o... Read more